Sigfús Daðason (1928–1996) was one of the more notable 20th-century Icelandic poets.
It has been claimed that Daðason "changed the poetic landscape in Iceland".
He spent eight years in France studying the Latin language, culture, and French and German literature at the Sorbonne.
On his return to Iceland, Daðason edited a cultural review and worked as a publisher.
He wrote many essays on literature and culture as well as his books of poetry.